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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 12, 1919
Page
4
Des Moines May 12 plans arise to hold road law elections across counties. Proponents argue 19 percent petition triggers county votes with bonds and taxes to fund asphalt streets via federal aid, district assessments, and extended payment terms.
The Associated Press reports a planned triumphal march of the allied armies through Paris on June 1. The event is expected to occur even if the peace treaty is not yet signed.
Thomas Williams of Washington told the Rotary Club at Hotel Russell-Lamson that the government acts as a conciliatory agent between employers and employees. He noted recent Rath packing plant talks settled and emphasized better understanding of conditions on both sides to maintain industry success.
May corn prices spike amid reduced supply and wet planting delays. May futures rise to 1.77 a bushel midday, later advancing two cents, with overall market up 8 to 16 cents from prior levels. Weather and supply factors drive the surge reported by the Associated Press.
In Rome May 12 a ministerial decree grants Italian railway workers an eight hour day with one weekly off. In Toledo Ohio May 12 unions back the Willys Overland and Electric Auto Light employer as talks to end the labor dispute resume. Fourteen transportation unions threaten to boycott freight for 74 manufacturers and may withdraw funds from 16 banks backing plant closings. Toledo clergymen condemn Bolshevism yet praise unions. Ford Plate Glass workers in Wood County reportedly may return to work on pre strike terms after an eight hour day demand.
In New York the Gould estate battle continues as Frank J. Gould files a statement accusing George J. Gould of trying to pin misconduct on his sister Helen Gould. Helen, now Mrs. Finley J. Shepard, was a child at their father Jay Gould's death and may have little knowledge of railroad matters. George J. Gould claims Helen contributed to railroad improvements while contesting removal. In Davenport, Brig. Gen. Charles Keller is awarded France's Legion of Honor and named deputy chief engineer on the AEF waterways commission. A scaffolding collapse injures George Buruth, town official, with two fractured ribs.
Chicago detectives arrested Marla known as the Reds queen along with Pasquale Nardini her husband Adolph Fratesi and Joseph Frattise in a Cottage Grove avenue apartment. Deportation warrants issued after their Waupun sentences for the Milwaukee bomb plot. Authorities say anti clergy and anarchist activity and links to groups in Gary South Chicago and Hammond were uncovered.
Former Senator James Hamilton Lewis returns to Chicago from a westward health trip. He reports strong pacific coast and mountain state sentiment opposing entanglement with European powers and urging withdrawal of troops, while favoring US control of Mexican affairs and tough action to stop outrages. He warns against a movement to place anti government forces in the military who might mutiny.
Notices from Waterloo include travel plans to Iowa and Texas, visits from Davenport and Manchester, club meetings at the YWCA, and updates on local residents and staff. The piece also covers a teeterboard accident, a postmaster’s illness, and military recruitment notes affecting local men.
Paris May 12 The chamber of deputies will discuss proposals on how to proceed with the peace treaty consideration. One plan assigns 12 great commissions chairmen to examine the treaty and Deputy Damour may move to appoint a special commission. Likely no term discussion until the government transmits the treaty.
Brazil trounced Chile 6 to 0 in the opening match of the South American soccer championship in Rio de Janeiro. About 30,000 spectators were in attendance, including 2,000 visitors from other South American countries, with the acting president, cabinet members, and diplomats watching.
Arnold Kaufman 26 was thrown from a wagon when the team he drove ran away on a farm near Green Mountain Iowa. He died instantly from a skull fracture. He leaves a widow and two children. his family formerly lived at Dubuque.
Brussels reports say President Wilson may visit around May 20 to ease tensions and goodwill toward Belgium. Antwerp is eyed as a U S commercial base while Brazil pledges raw materials and a Belgian industrial base. Japan joins talks on collaboration in Belgian industry.
London May 3 reports huge pyrotechnic displays as the chief feature of Hogland’s peace celebration. Five or six park exhibitions will curb street crowds while keeping illuminations visible from long distances. Fireworks demand exceeds supply, and a new light-producing shell prompted a fire brigade response during a recent government demonstration.
Betty and Dorothea Schubert of 6201 Sustine Street led a Chicago relief drive delivering $2,360 worth of thread to Jugo-Slav women. Advices from the new nation say paper clothing is common, sacks garment the affluent, and shoes cost about $60.
Thomas Fleming, ex sailor, admitted approaching Mrs. Condon at Richland hotel and smashing a plate glass. He claimed to be the judge Edward J. Fleming's nephew, a relation the judge denied. Fleming remained jailed as a court costs dispute arose.
The death notices report Dominic Higgins of Waterloo with roots in Ireland and a long American life, Catherine Mulhall of Waterloo, and Marie Genevieve Pettit of Waterloo who died from burns. Also details on funeral plans and burial sites in Dubuque and Elmwood.
A woman and two men, detained by police, admit arranging and taking part in a planted holdup on Jeres ad Coates drive. Dr. Jindra a physician, was robbed of 2663 dollars and coins. He later helped secure arrests and confessions with his investigations.
Richmond Missouri reports on a hound kennel operation with total revenue around 826 dollars. Four hounds sold for 350 dollars totaling 97 50 each, and other sales ranged from 70 to 175 dollars, with 240 50 dollars valued in the courier.
The piece recounts Elmer's night in jail with members of a kangaroo court criticizing his appearance and beliefs. At a later court appearance he admits guilt for not returning a questionnaire, while once claiming no conspiracy against him and refusing to plead guilty.
Texas shipyards report continued high activity and plans to maintain capacity despite the Emergency Fleet Corporation order canceling contracts for unstarted boats. Orange and Beaumont yards have not discharged workers since January, and officials expect a revival of the American merchant marine to sustain operations.
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